Transform your idea into a children's book
that people love, share, and buy
Write your story with the same Creative Process used by award-winning children’s books authors and illustrators.​
Start your creative journey today by joining a community of children's book writers and illustrators dedicated to crafting amazing stories.
Our memberships offer you unlimited access to our course library. With two membership options, you can pick the one that works best for you.
YOUR MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
Makers Pro Membership
Instant access to 9 courses on writing, 9 courses on illustrating ,and 7 courses on publishing children's books
All access to 42 craft-based self-study mini-classes.
Time-saving checklists and worksheets to guide you through the creative process.
Access to our illustration and writing community of storytellers!
143 writing workshops to get feedback on your stories
96 illustration workshops to get feedback on your illustrations
95 workshops with agent, editors and industry pros
3 submission opportunities plus annual pitch party
Invitation to our showcaseÂ
Join peer-to-peer critique groups
Annual Membership Bonus: FREEÂ Written Critique Â
Makers Self-Study Membership
Instant access to 7 courses on writing, 8 courses on illustrating ,and 6 courses on publishing children's books
All access to 42 craft-based self-study mini-classes.
Time-saving checklists and worksheets to guide you through the creative process.
Access to our illustration and writing community of storytellers!
Annual Membership Bonus: FREE How to Write or Illustrate Children's Books Workbook Â
Our Signature Courses
Each signature course contains 6 learning modules.
Our Mini-Classes
Each mini-class contains 1 learning module, varying from 30 mins - 2 hours in length.
TESTIMONIALS
"Storyteller Academy has been exactly what I needed to move forward. I can hardly wait to begin another story!"
- Maggie Griessmeier
"This course is so well put together. It especially keeps up the style of picture books today increasing your potential for publication."
- Stella Lopez
"What Arree Chung and his merry band of incredible instructors have created at Storyteller Academy is a priceless gift. Surrounded by rejection and constant uphill lonely battles, is the life of a writer. But at SA, you are in a safe and supported place to learn; create and inspire. Surrounded by creatives on all levels you can feed your hunger knowing that whatever progress you make, it will be special."
Laura Clement - Author of Egg
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why should I sign up for Makers Membership?
Makers Pro is the best option for those of you dedicated to continually improving your writing and/or illustrating skills as you pursue publication. You have access to all of our live events and workshops, peer critique groups, and submission opportunities.
Makers Self-Study Membership allows you access to all our self-study courses for as long as you are a member. It is different from individual classes as you do not have lifetime access - but you can go through every class, as many times as you like for the duration of your membership. This is all the same lessons . . . just on your own time!
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What does "self-study" mean?
Self-study means you don't have live guidance or feedback from the instructor (or community) during workshops. You are watching the lessons and doing the assignments at your own pace, on your own time. It is all the same content!
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Is this all online? What equipment do I need?
All of Storyteller Academy’s training occurs online. To access courses, you will need a personal computer or tablet.
For Makers Pro members, we hold LIVE workshops on Zoom. We recommend having a computer with a camera and microphone for an optimal experience in workshops.
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How often do you release new content?
Each year, we release a couple new signature courses 4-5 new mini-classes.
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What is the difference between a signature course, a mini-class, and a live workshop?
Our signature courses dive deep into the craft of writing and illustrating. Each course contains pre-recorded lessons, handouts, and action items designed to improve your craft one module at a time. All of our signature courses are available for self-study year-round for members.
Our mini-classes are bite-sized skill-based courses designed to focus on a specific element of writing, illustrating, or business. Ranging from 20 minutes to 120 minutes, depending on the topic, mini-classes are pre-recorded and available for all members.
LIVE workshops are only available with a Makers Pro membership. Every week, we run live workshops for several of our signature courses. Students are invited to submit their work and spend some Q&A time with the instructors. Feedback from an instructor isn't guaranteed, but instructors do focus on submissions that they believe will help the greatest number of students.
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What classes are included in my membership?
For Makers Pro members, you get all access to our 25 signature courses and 42Â mini-classes. You'll also get access to all NEW courses and mini-classes as they are released as long as you are a member.Â
For Makers Self-Study members, you get access to our 21 signature courses and 42 mini-classes. You'll also receive access to all NEW self-study courses and mini-classes as they are released throughout the year.
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Will I get individual feedback?
Only Makers Pro members can submit their work for review during live workshops, but there is no guarantee that your work will be chosen. If you would like more support, you can purchase more direct feedback through a mentored critique group or one-on-one coaching.
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If I join the Makers membership, how long does it last, and if I don't think it is for me after all, can I cancel?
Both Makers memberships are automatically renewing (monthly or annual depending on your payment preferences) until you cancel.
You can cancel anytime. And there's a 30-day money-back guarantee, so you can try it risk-free. You can sign up monthly or for the full year.
Once you are a member, your price is locked in at that rate. It will not increase unless you cancel your membership and re-enroll after a price change.